Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Fri 12/19/14 1:22 PM

Allen (eye) is questionable to play Friday against the Bulls, the Grizzlies sideline reporter Rob Fischer reports. The Grizzlies are calling the injury a corneal abrasion, which boils down to a scratched eye. Even when healthy, Allen is not a reliable fantasy option in standard leagues anyway. In his absence, Vince Carter had a solid offensive game, and could be useful if he's able to add the minutes left by Allen as he did Wednesday.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Wed 12/17/14 7:13 PM

Allen (eye) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game, Project Spurs' Paul Garcia reports. He left towards the end of Tuesday's game with a right corneal abrasion, and in his absence Vince Carter and Tayshaun Prince should see big minutes Wednesday. Consider Allen questionable for

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Tue 12/16/14 11:21 PM

Allen has a right corneal abrasion and is questionable for Wednesday's game in San Antonio, Grizzlies reporter Rob Fischer reports. He had two points, seven rebounds, two assists and two steals in 21 minutes before exiting. His absence led to extended run for Vince Carter and Tayshaun Prince down the stretch. Continue to monitor his status leading up to Wednesday's contest.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Mon 11/24/14 11:40 AM

Allen returned after missing the last two games with an illness, contributing 12 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 20 minutes during the Grizzlies' 107-91 win versus the Clippers on Sunday. Coach Dave Joerger elected to have Allen cover Chris Paul at times, with Mike Conley assigned the task of chasing J.J. Redick around, and Allen displayed his usual impressive defense while helping the Grizzlies improve to 12-2. In 12 games Allen is averaging 7.3 points (46.3 FG, 16.7 3Pt, 61.9 FT), 4.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.3 blocks in 27 minutes per game. Though his offensive contributions can be inconsistent and he lacks a three-point shot, his defense against the elite perimeter players keeps him on the court for sufficient minutes. So long as that remains the case, he may have decent value in deeper leagues.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Fri 11/21/14 7:59 PM

Allen (illness) will be active for Friday's game, although he's not expected to play, Rob Fischer of Sports 56 WHBQ-87.7FM in Memphis reports. Allen will technically be in uniform Friday, although it's only because the Grizzlies are required to have a certain amount of players dress out per game. His next opportunity to get on the court will be against the Clippers on Sunday.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Thu 11/20/14 4:42 PM

Allen (illness) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Celtics, Rob Fischer of Sports 56 WHBQ in Memphis reports. Allen, along with four teammates, missed Wednesday's loss to the Raptors with a stomach virus. The Grizzlies did not hold practice Thursday, so Allen's status likely won't be decided until Friday afternoon. If he can't go, expect Quincy Pondexter to make another start in his place.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Wed 11/19/14 6:39 PM

Allen (illness) has been ruled out Wednesday, CBS Sports' James Herbert reports. One third of the Grizzlies' roster is out with a stomach virus, and Vince Carter should see all the minutes he can handle on the wing with Allen out. Consider Allen day-to-day.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Wed 11/19/14 1:24 PM

Allen (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game, Sports 56 WHBQ's Rob Fischer reports. There is a stomach virus spreading through the Grizzlies' locker room, and Allen is the latest victim. Vince Carter would likely get the start at the three if Allen can't go Wednesday.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Mon 11/17/14 10:54 PM

Allen posted six points (3-4 FG), two rebounds, one steal and one block in 18 minutes during the Grizzlies' 119-93 win versus the Rockets on Monday. Allen picked up two quick fouls and was forced to sit early in the first quarter, Quincy Pondexter played well off the bench, and the Grizzlies blew the Rockets out of the game in the first half. The Grizzlies did not Allen to play much on this night, but even when he is relied on to play heavy minutes he doesn't hold that much value outside of deeper leagues.

Tony Allen
SG/SF FA
Fri 10/31/14 10:57 PM

Allen recorded five points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and five steals in 32 minutes during the Grizzlies' 97-89 win versus the Pacers on Friday. Allen now has eight steals through two games, and while he has always been known more as a tough defender than a ball thief, his career 1.3 steals per game average has come during only 21 minutes per game. So long as he continues to receive 30 or more minutes per game, which is likely given what he brings to the defensive end, he should post solid steal totals. However, his lack of consistent scoring production typically limits his value outside of deeper leagues.